11 Oct 1911
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Newspaper
Centralia Weekly Chronicle
Location
Centralia, Washington, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1911
Page
1
An ordinance defining the humane officer duties and police member selection was presented to the City Council. Det. A Centratia may be saved for the post, with the mayor recommending the appointee to the council. No extra pay is mentioned.
City council last night approved plans and specs for J street between Second and Fourth streets. Construction includes cement sidewalks and paving to fill a hollows, with a 30 foot wide driveway and sidewalks set back from the curb. An ordinance creating the improvement district received its first reading. estimated cost is 2912 dollars.
Police gathered a group described as thirteen hordes in a local hostelry last night then escorted them to the city Mitts. One man named Henry had forty cents while the rest faced tight finances and caused a disturbance over his bank account preventing others from a quiet night.
On October 4 the search for a site on North Tower Avenue for a new fire station was referred to the finance committee. The 4H property on North Tower was deemed too far north and an exchange may yield a steadier parcel for the department.
The article notes no protests were filed over corporate valuations affecting several firms including Northern Pacific, Potomac Eastern, and Great Northern. It mentions equipment additions and compares values for multiple companies while detailing a fire risk at an old South Tower Avenue building owned by Frank Montgomery. The council weighs tearing it down versus letting it burn after October 15 under Fire Chief Miller’s direction.
Washington Oct 4 It is understood that maintenance estimates for the navy next year are nearly complete and will be sent to the secretary of the treasury within two days. Navy officers press for two new ships of 20000 tons to outrun armor and seek stronger protection than the New York and Texas. Critics cite tests on high powered ordnance and armor belts shown by the San Matcos to argue current ships lack safety against modern guns.
Wilam J. Bryan started a three week speech tour across Nebraska under Democratic State committee auspices. The trip marks the campaign’s real start in the state with Bryan likely to discuss national issues and answer Taft speeches while averaging three talks daily.
At Ta Hie court of Justice W. A. West in Chehalis, the State v Albert Furrer ended after a long continuation from Sept 18. Furrer was charged with carrying concealed weapons. A B Snider testified as complainant and several witnesses damaged the defendant. Furrer fined $10 plus costs.
Tacoma October report shows a federal grand jury meeting after delays to consider alleged frauds in enumerating Tacoma’s federal census. United States Special Agent Newton leads the investigation. 23 enumerators were previously indicted and cases remain pending as authorities pursue higherups involved.
Three marriage licenses were issued yesterday from Auditor Swofford in Chohalta. The couples listed include Charles Ny Qoff and Mary L King of Centralia, John A. Linder of Morton and Nettle V. Wade of Dryad, and Harry W. Fisher of Faterson and Gertrude Lynch of Contralis.
At a city council meeting Mayor Guerrier said City Attorney Beal found the petitions calling an election on adopting or rejecting the commission plan of government sound. He has not set a date, but expects to report a recommended election date at next Tuesday's county meeting.
United Press story from Washington Oct 4 reports the Supreme Court hearing a Pacific States Telephone brief challenging Oregon taxation under a state initiative clause. The case argues lack of hearing violates equal protection and republican government, contrasting direct legislation with representative lawmaking. Governor Wilson is cited on lawmaking via voters versus newspapers.
The West Coast Lumber Manufacturers Association, formed from the consolidation of four regional groups, has opened offices in the Union Loan & Trust Building Centralia. Four rooms are leased with fittings complete, and manager W. Miles, formerly of Globe, will run operations. The move positions Centralia as the Pacific Coast lumber industry headquarters, with many manufacturers from British Columbia to Oregon and Washington in its scope.
The Washington Oregon Corporation warned Centralia and Chehalis residents last night that their hopes for reliable service are unfounded. Power failures left lights off for an extended period with little usable illumination, and officials warned that service quality is likely to worsen as evenings lengthen.
United Press dispatch from Mexico City reports a new revolutionary party establishing headquarters at San Antonio Texas. Gener Reyes Hurique Cree and Dr Vasques Gomez, a defeated vice presidential candidate, lead the effort with backing from the Cientific party. The revolt is slated to begin December 1.
United Press dispatch from London reports the Turkish war party actively mobilizing troops across the empire. An expeditionary force is said to be formed in Yemen on the Red Sea to seize the coast of Eritrea, a former Italian colony.
The shipment, described as the largest for the company, left Tacoma by steamer with skipper Cont Milla onboard. He has been actively buying at night for Caratons Packing and paying strong prices.
A group of prominent Chehang citizens led by Hon. C. E. Prewitt T. H. Behrend Mrs William Brouswig Ed Way and others plan a reception after Hon Victor Murdock's October 17 lecture at Glessiers Hall Mrs Murdock has long represented Kansas in Congress and the gathering aims to reunite former Kansans and celebrate their state with many attendees and old grasshopper days nostalgia.
City engineer issued twenty two building permits in September, totaling an estimated 9 285 dollars. About 8 180 dollars covered new structures while the remainder paid for repairs on existing buildings. The building ordinance was amended to curb underestimating costs to avoid higher inspection fees, reducing incentives to understate actual costs.
Centralia's police court collected one hundred fifty nine dollars. Fifteen convictions were recorded in police court. One hundred eighty nine inmates slept in the jail during September, per Crank Roberts, chief of police, in a city council report.
Chehalis awaits Victor Murdock the renowned statesman who will visit on Tuesday October 27 for a non partisan Lyceum lecture. The lecture titled Political Insurgency promises a compelling analysis of current politics and is hailed as a standout presentation.
Justice W. A. Westover’s court issued a warrant yesterday for Joe Rieble of the Sea Ranch four miles east of the city on a cruelty to animals charge. J. W. Coleman of Mossyrock testified that a horse driven by Rieble collapsed and died, prompting the police to take up the case.
City Clerk CB Crewitt seeks relief from T A Stephens for damages claimed after the city sewer line construction allegedly crossed his property without permission. Proceedings await the Lewis County Superior Court to determine liability and any owed compensation.
Owing to business failure and removal to Oregon EB Corwin resigned from the Che haus city council. His resignation was received Monday night. Wilbery van Deickman remains in office on an indeterminate stay, leaving only five members to serve on the council.
Oct 8 report from AQ dL Muton secretary of the Commercial Chronicle notes a board meeting appointing Dr Fr og Mills to fill a vacancy. Mills will join three committee members meeting President Taft during his October visit. appointment follows changes prompted by Thomas J Dunekdoy.
The report notes Chelalix official Prewitt, linked to police affairs, with fines totaling 408.25 dollars replenished monthly over several years. It highlights a pattern of repeated penalties and implies broader financial impact on the city cabinet.
In San Francisco on October 4 the labor leaders claim the Southern Pacific plans to force an open shop on the Pacific Coast and will wage a false battle to justify wholesale importation of Mantorn merchants. They say the company seeks broad import involvement and labor leaders are ready to oppose it by any means.
Utah's Lake City bristles with decorations as President Taft visits, turning the town into a festive center. Officials anticipate visitors arriving from surrounding areas for the event and a semi-holiday atmosphere to mark the occasion.
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